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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Union Station | Essex Junction-Burlington Stationg | Cheapest | |||||
| Union Station | Essex Junction-Burlington Stationg | Fastest | |||||
| Union Station | Essex Junction-Burlington Stationg | No tags |
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Get from Washington to Essex
The journey takes about 12 hours 58 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$103, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Washington, DC, US to Essex, VT, US: Trip Overview
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Based on 5562 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at US$103
Washington to Essex Train
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Washington, DC, US - Essex, VT, US
How much does a cheap train ticket from Washington to Essex cost?
The average train ticket price from Washington to Essex is US$239. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Washington to Essex is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the train trip from Washington to Essex?
A train trip between Washington and Essex is around 12h 58m, although the fastest train will take about 12h 8m. This is the time it takes to travel the 704 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Washington and Essex?
The number of trains from Washington to Essex can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Washington to Essex by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Washington to Essex?
When taking the train from Washington to Essex, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Essex, VT, US was searched and found on 06 Nov 2025 with a price of US$109To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Washington, DC, US to Essex, VT, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$109 to US$421 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Essex, VT, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$109, which is on 2025-11-06.
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Train Travel Tips
Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Washington to Essex is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.
Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Essex you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.
With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Washington and Essex, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.
Create your own real-life musical score by curating a personalised train travel playlist – the perfect accompaniment for your journey from Washington to Essex.
Did you know?
You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.
The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.
The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date
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